Postcode Analysis North Norfolk, East of England

NR23 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NR23 1DN.

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Population

216

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 41,100 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: NR23 1DN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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Area Character

NR23 1DN has a significant social housing presence — 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

NR23 1DN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood within the NR23 district of North Norfolk. Administratively it sits within Wells with Holkham ward and the North Norfolk constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, NR23 1DN is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for NR23 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00136081 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for NR23 1DN. The average age is 55.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

NR23 1DN has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft6
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Alderman Peel High School

Good559 pupils0.7 km
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Wells-Next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School

Good218 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Foodstore0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Coastal Community Supermarket0.8 km
  • Country Garden0.2 km
  • Fen Spirits Larder0.3 km
  • John's Rockshop0.3 km
  • Leftleys Costcutter0.2 km
  • + 10 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

18 nearby
  • Admiral House B&B0.2 km
  • Anchorage B&B0.2 km
  • B & B 12 Mill Road0.1 km
  • Crown Hotel0.3 km
  • Machrimore B&B0.5 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Ollies Restaurant0.3 km
  • The Golden Fleece0.3 km
  • Bowling Green Inn0.6 km
  • The Globe0.3 km
  • Wells Sailing Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Ground By Bringing The Outside In0.3 km
  • Mrs B's Tearoom0.3 km
  • Quayside Amusements0.3 km
  • Sands Restaurant0.3 km
  • Swirl0.3 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Plattens Fish & Chips Ltd0.3 km
  • Fortune House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wells Next The Sea0.3 km